Climate Insights for Bomba
Donga-Mantung, Northwest, Cameroon
Climate Overview
The climate in Bomba is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 2,521 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 433 mm of rainfall. Bomba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bomba is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 68°F and approximately 99.3 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 17 in of rainfall. Bomba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Bomba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Bomba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 56°F to 86°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 56°F and an average of 69°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Bomba is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,521 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 210 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 433 mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0 mm. That's 432 mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Bomba is a very wet location, receiving approximately 99.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.3 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 17 in of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0 in. That's 17 in less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Bomba is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Bomba is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bomba is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 35 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Bomba is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 70°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.4 in per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bomba based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bomba based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.